WHAT I COVER: In this episode of Federal Grants Explained, I dive into the controversial access Elon Musk and his DOGE team have gained to U.S. federal government payment systems. From the Treasury Department to FEMA, the DOGE team’s actions have raised serious questions about security, transparency, and the potential misuse of sensitive data. I break down key concerns, including: • Who controls federal payment systems? • Why forensic auditors weren’t involved in fraud investigations. • The $80 million FEMA claw back and its implications for federal grants. • The legal and ethical concerns of DOGE accessing sensitive systems without proper clearances. I also explore how these actions could impact federal grantees, including nonprofits and local governments, and what it means for the future of federal funding. With court orders, lawsuits, and audits underway, this is a critical moment for accountability in federal spending. Tune in to understand the risks, the unknowns, and why this story matters to everyone who relies on federal grants. Don’t forget to subscribe for more insights into federal grants and funding under the current administration! #doge #musk #treasurydepartment #federalgrants #fraud #usaid, #federalgovernment #fema #grantfunds #grantfunding #federalagency #federal ABOUT ME: I’m the founder and CEO of Grants Works and the lead trainer for Grants Works Academy and I have over 18 years of federal grants experience. Before starting the firm, I obtained and managed multimillion dollar federal and other government grants for nonprofits and managed grants as a research program manager at a top research university. I was also a public health analyst at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) where I reviewed research grant continuation applications, collaborated with grantees, and coordinated reverse site visits. I’m one of approximately 313 Certified Grants Management Specialists (CGMS) in the US, a member of the Thompson Grants Expert Panel, the creator of a 4.5/5 star rated federal grant management training series for a federal agency, and a former fiscal consultant on monitoring visits of state agency recipients of federal grants. I’ve also spoken about federal grants on several podcasts and stages. I’m a mom of three who enjoys international fiction and foreign films, and I’m a world travel enthusiast. ABOUT GRANTS WORKS: Grants Works is a federal grant consulting firm based in Atlanta, GA that provides pre- and post-award services to support our clients as they find, obtain, manage and comply with federal grants. For over five years, we have provided a range of services for our nonprofit, university, for profit, and local government clients. Our staff has a combined 80 years of experience, and we have obtained and managed federal grants from the perspectives of a recipient, subrecipient, and passthrough entity from over 20 federal and other government agencies. Our firm developed a federal grant management training series for a federal agency that is consistently rated 4.5/5 stars by over 700 participants. We support all types of organizations but have a special interest in helping nonprofit organizations navigate the federal grant funding landscape. Grants Works’ mission is to help nonprofits find, obtain, manage, and keep federal grants that positively impact people and communities. LINKS: Consulting Firm: https://grantsworks.com/ Case Studies: https://grantsworks.com/case-studies/ Academy: https://www.grantsworksacademy.com/ Access Our Top Training About Federal Grants: https://bit.ly/40ENNFh Highlights from our 2024 Summit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEvg2jTmW4k Book Me As Your Next Speaker: https://grantsworks.com/speaker/
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